Name: Cajun Baked Chicken Wings
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American

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April 29, 2025

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A homemade blend of Cajun spices coats these oven-baked chicken wings. A little bit smoky, a little bit sweet, and a little bit of heat! The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

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Cajun Baked Chicken Wings

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Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a roasting rack on top. Cover the rack with another sheet of foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Use a knife to poke holes all over the foil.

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Place the chicken wings in a gallon-sized zip-top bag. Drizzle the olive oil into the bag. Sprinkle in the salt. Seal the bag and shake to evenly coat the chicken wings.

In a small bowl, whisk together the spices, sugar, and black pepper. Sprinkle the spice mixture into the zip-top bag. Seal the bag and shake to evenly coat the chicken.

Arrange the chicken wings on the foil-covered roasting rack.

Bake the chicken wings on middle rack of oven until browned and crispy, 45-50 minutes.

Check to see that chicken wings are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Allow the chicken wings to rest on roasting rack for 3 minutes. Plate and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Spice Blend Mastery 🌶️
Toast your dry spices in a hot skillet for 30-60 seconds before mixing to unlock deeper, more complex flavor profiles in your Cajun seasoning.
Wing Positioning Technique 🍗
Use a wire rack on your baking sheet to elevate wings, allowing hot air to circulate completely and ensuring crispy skin on all sides.
Moisture Management 💧
Pat chicken wings completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to help achieve maximum crispiness and better spice adhesion.
Cayenne Heat Control 🔥
Adjust cayenne pepper quantity based on heat tolerance - start with less and gradually increase to personalize spice level without overwhelming the dish.
Resting and Coating 🧂
Let seasoned wings sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before baking to allow spices to penetrate the meat and ensure more even cooking.